1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 66 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Berlingo | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
